Catherine (Cathie) Smetter
April 22, 1954 – December 15, 2023
A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, December 21, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. at Lincoln Berean Church, 6400 S 70th St., Lincoln, NE.
Cathie Smetter, 69 years of age, of Lincoln, Nebraska died on Friday, December 15, 2023, at her home in Lincoln with family by her side. Cathie was born on April 22, 1954. She graduated from Lincoln High School in 1972.
On June 30, 1972, Cathie was united in marriage to Edward (Ed) Smetter. They were married 45 years before he died in 2017. They were blessed with three children: Cheri, Doug, and Kenny.
She began a 45+ year career at Bryan Memorial Hospital in February 1972 and worked as a CNA, Physical Therapy Aide, and Occupational Therapy Tech. She loved helping patients and the people she worked with. She retired in November 2017.
Cathie was preceded in death by her husband Ed; her parents Mary (Charlie) Hendrix, Gerald Carlson, Glenn and Beth Smetter; brother, Jerry Carlson, brother-n-law Bob Donahoe, nephews Glenn Donahoe, Andy Donahoe, and Matthew Jackson.
Cathie leaves to celebrate her life, her three children: Cheri Anderson and husband Brett of Holdrege, Ne; Doug Smetter of Lincoln, Kenny Smetter and wife Alicia of Lincoln; six grandchildren; Josh Anderson and wife Rebecca of Holdrege, Ne, Nathan Anderson and fiancé Madaline of Holdrege, Ne; Chasity Corey and husband Alan of Lincoln, Caitlyn Smetter of Lincoln, Chloe Smetter of Lincoln, and Chance Smetter of Lincoln; one great-grandchild: Riggs of Holdrege, Ne; her sisters Cheri Truax and husband Tracy of Davey, Ne and Jeannette Carlson of Lincoln; sister-n-laws: Pat Carlson of Ithaca, Ne., Terri Jackson of Lincoln, Mary Donahoe and husband Ron of Sun City, Az.; brother-n-law: Steve Smetter of Omaha, Ne.; her companion Curt Michael of Lincoln and their dog Odie; along with a host of nieces and nephews, other relatives, and friends.
There will be no visitation or viewing.
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Funeral Home assisting is Aspen Mortuary, 4822 Cleveland Avenue, Lincoln, NE 68504. To view an on-line obituary or email condolences please visit Aspen Mortuary’s website at www.aspenaftercare.com.
Condolences for Catherine (Cathie) Smetter
I’m so very sorry for the family’s loss. She was a beautiful lady both inside and out. May she now rest in peace
I’m so sorry for your loss. Prayers to you and your family.
Our condolences to you and your family love you ♥️
So very sorry for your loss. Sending hugs and prayers to you all.
TO CATHIE’S FAMILY=so sorry to learn of your loss. I remember your Mom as always having a smile whenever we would meet at the gas company’s family functions over the years. my wife Bev knew Cathie from seeing her often while she also worked many years at Bryan.
I knew your dad Ed and his mom and dad very well having worked with them at the gas company for many years. all good people.
sincerely,
Lloyd & Bev Weathermon
Cathie you were a wonderful lady. The short years I knew you I grew to love you. Thankyou for being my friend.
Many great memories of Cathie. I’ve known her most of my life, as a friend of her beautiful Daughter, Cheri. She always had a smile and positive attitude whenever I saw her. It’s a sad loss and too soon. I will always hold love and care for her in my heart. Now she is at Peace with God and soars with the Angels. I wish her family and friends comfort and, love during such a difficult time. She will leave a hole in many hearts that only time can fill. Rest in Peace Cathie. Thank you for being you.
Praying for peace and comfort for your family during this time of loss. I truly enjoyed working with Cathie at Bryan. I shared an office with her and she was always willing to listen! She was an amazing lady! God bless you all!
Cathie and I were friends in junior high and into high school. I was so happy to reconnect at our 50th class reunion. She will be greatly missed.
Love you always
Valerie Young Fisher